For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,124 students in 49014, MI.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 49014, MI are Doris Klaussen Dev Center and Harper Creek Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 49014 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Michigan public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 49014, MI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public middle school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 49014, MI Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Doris Klaussen Dev Center
Special Education School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
408 E Jameson Ave
Battle Creek, MI 49014
(269) 964-9426
Battle Creek, MI 49014
(269) 964-9426
Gr: PK-12 | 228 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Harper Creek Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7290 B Dr N
Battle Creek, MI 49014
(269) 441-4750
Battle Creek, MI 49014
(269) 441-4750
Gr: 5-8 | 896 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
49014, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
7454 B Dr N
Battle Creek, MI 49014
(269) 441-6571
Battle Creek, MI 49014
(269) 441-6571
Gr: 6-12 | 10 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
340 Cliff Street
Battle Creek, MI 49014
(269) 965-9686
Battle Creek, MI 49014
(269) 965-9686
Gr: K-5 | 253 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 49014, MI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 49014, MI include Doris Klaussen Dev Center and Harper Creek Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 49014?
2 public middle schools are located in 49014.
What is the racial composition of students in 49014?
49014 public middle schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public middle schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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